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There seem to be an increasing number of serious crimes committed each year. While some think the best way is to use death penalty as a deterrent, many people believe that other measures will be needed. Discuss both sides.

There is an active debate in society these days where some believe that the death sentence is required given the increase in harsh crimes, while others suggest that there are other means should be approached to curb this issue. This essay agrees with the former because the fear of ultimate punishment can surely discourage people from committing such crimes. This essay shall discuss both the points of view.
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Buying things on the Internet, such as books, air tickets and groceries, is becoming more and more popular. Do the advantages of shopping in this way outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience

Nowadays, online shopping becoming more common and popular to people in different countries especially, for those who are more familiar with using the internet. Many people argued that this has many drawbacks, but I believe that its advantages are much higher compared to its negative aspects.
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Many people today find it difficult to balance the demands of their work and personal life. What are the causes of this situation, and what can individuals and employers do to reduce the problem? Give reasons for your answer, and include ideas and examples from your own knowledge and experience. Write at least 250 words.

It is often thought that a lot of people are struggling with finding the right balance between their employment and private life. In my point of view, I believe that it is more difficult, because of the busy schedule these days. In the next paragraphs, I will discuss the reason of this issue and what people can do to decrease it in the future life.
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Some people think competitive sport is important for a child's education. Others think it has negative effects on children. Discuss both views and give your opiniion

It is often believed by certain individuals that competitive sports aids in children's education, while others opine that these have detrimental effects. This essay will discuss both views and agrees that children should be motivated to participate in competitive sports as this has a positive impact on children overall development
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some parents believe that learning mathematics at school is redundant and should not be taught while others believe that it should remain a foundation subject whether or not it is used later in life. Discuss both sides

It is thought by some that it is no longer necessary to learn scientific subject at school, such as mathematics, while others believe that this is mandatory even if it will no be used in future. In this day and age, math in no longer valued as before even so it is the base of all technologies. In my opinion, I believe that it is necessary to teach youngsters math.
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Young people are leaving their homes from rural areas to study or work in the cities What are the reasons? Do advantages of this development outweigh its disadvantages?

The youngsters are always considered as the future of any country. In recent times, large population of younger people are immigrating to metro cities, for education and better career options. There are numerous reasons behind this trend, such as better job opportunity and independent lifestyle. I tend to agree with this trend, as it advantageous to move to the big city as it allows an individual's to grow career wise.
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Immigration has a major impact on society What are the main reason for immigration To what consequences can it lead

In recent days people migrate to other countries which has a major impact on our society. This essay will discuss about the pros and cons of migrating to other countries.
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29 . Describe a custom from your countries that you would like people from other countries to adapt. Explain your choice using special reasons and example.

In China, there are a variety of customs among nations for people to celebrate for different reasons. One of customs that I recommend for people from outside China to learn is Double Nine Festival on September 9 annually according to Chinese lunar calendar. The essay will illustrate the reasons for my recommendation.
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29 . Describe a custom from your countries that you would like people from other countries to adapt. Explain your choice using special reasons and example.

In China, there are a variety of customs among nations for people to celebrate for different reasons. One of customs that I recommended for people from the other nations to learn is Double Nine Festival on September 9 annually according to Chinese lunar calendar. The essay will illustrate the two reasons for my recommendation.
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Young people are leaving their homes from rural areas to study or work in the cities What are the reasons? Do advantages of this development outweigh its disadvantages?

In this era, numerous people migrate their hometown from the suburb area to urbanisation area.
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You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic. More and more people are relying on the private car as their major means of transportation. Describe some of the problems over-reliance on cars can cause, and suggest at least one possible solution. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. You should write at least 250 words.

Nowadays, relying too much on private cars is becoming increasingly serious in many nations. Although it threatens many societies, its negative effects can also be combated successfully. This essay will look at some of the problems caused by over-reliance on private cars on society, and proposes some solutions to the problems.
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In recent years, many small local shops have closed because customers travel to large shopping centres or malls to do their shopping. Is this a positive or a negative development?

Customers shopping in the malls forced or may have resulted in closing the small local shops during the past years. Every change has certain advantages and disadvantages. Whereas, the increased interest of shopping in the shopping centers has contributed towards the closure of small shops, but on the other hand, it’s time saving and bringing a variety of items in one place for the consumer to choose.
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Some people think that environmental problems are too big for individuals to solve, while others think that the government cannot solve these environmental problems unless individuals make some action. Discuss both views.

Some would argue that the Government alone cannot tackle the environmental predicaments without support from the people. While others believe that, the problem is too substantial for individuals to deal with. This should be carefully addressed by the public. The Government should also involve and handle the problems along with the assistance from people.
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In many countries today, there are concerns about the unhealthy lifestyles that people lead. What health issues are linked to modern lifestyles? What answers to these problems can you suggest? Give reasons for your answer and support your essay with ideas and examples from your own experience. You should write at least 250 words.

Modern lifestyles have brought us great convenience, albeit at a cost in the quality of life. Many people are struggling with health issues today, by choosing to lead an advanced but unhealthy way of life. This essay will discuss the various illnesses connected to such lifestyles while providing possible solutions to help overcome these concerns.
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Prison is the best punishment for criminals. How far do you agree or disagree with this statement. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

These days, every time when you turn on the television or flick through the pages of a newspaper, you often learn about the victims of crime. But what is the most effective method of dealing with the rising crime rate in our society? Some people believe that the best way to punish criminals is to sentence them to time in prison. I completely disagree with this idea and in this essay I will support my opinion with examples.
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International tourism has brought enormous benefits to many places. At the same time, there is concern about its impact on local inhabitants and the environment. Do the disadvantages of international tourism outweigh the advantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

It can be observed that the issue of tourism has grown in importance over the last decades. This fact has brought to our lives the debatable aspect whether it could be beneficial or, conversely, it could be harmful to our society and cities.
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In recent years, many small local shops have closed because customers travel to large shopping centers or malls to do their shopping. Is this a positive or a negative development?

In recent years, it has been observed that many small shops in the local area have closed because customers go to big shopping centres or malls to buy essentials. In my opinion, I feel that this is a negative trend because people will have to travel a larger distance, even for small things thereby wasting resources, furthermore, there are other serious consequences to the society in terms of economy.
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International tourism has brought enormous benefits to many places. At the same time, there is concern about its impact on local inhabitants and the environment. Do the disadvantages of international tourism outweigh the advantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

The advancements in communications, technology, and tourism have made the world become like a small village. Despite the benefits of the international tourism, it is growth had a negative impact on the local societies and their areas. In this essay, I will explain why global tourism advantages do not justify its downsides.
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These days in many countries, fewer and fewer people want to become teachers, particularly in secondary schools. What are the reasons for this, and how could the problem be solved?

A generation ago, teaching in a high school was considered an extremely well-respected and popular task, and in some countries it is still true. However, in many parts of the world, there has been a sharp drop in the number of young people who want to become high school teachers. This essay will look at the reasons for this and propose some solutions.
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Nowadays plastic money replacements such as credit and debit cards are extremely popular, even more than banknotes and coins. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

With the revolution of modern technology, digital and plastic money plays a crucial part in society. Therefore, credit and debit cards have become exponentially popular over traditional banknotes and coins. This essay will discuss both the positive and negative aspects of this development.
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